Preaching the Scriptures of the Masses of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Published on 1. May 2013
Book
Paperback/Softback
156 pages
978-0-8146-3553-7 (ISBN)
Description
The Collection of Masses of the Blessed Virgin Mary offers more than 135 Scripture passages through which the faithful might deepen their devotion to Mary. While some texts are very familiar, others are not as well known to contemporary Catholics. In Preaching the Scriptures of the Masses of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Father David Brown examines each of the texts in detail, offering valuable insights for homily preparation.
This helpful book includes
insightful exegesis of every Scripture passage of the Lectionary for these Masses
helpful summary statements about each reading
a generous set of musings" on the readings for each Mass rich enough to prompt a variety of different homilies, making it useful year after year
suggestions for further worthwhile reading
Homilists will turn to this nourishing resource gratefully and repeatedly for inspiration and information.
This helpful book includes
insightful exegesis of every Scripture passage of the Lectionary for these Masses
helpful summary statements about each reading
a generous set of musings" on the readings for each Mass rich enough to prompt a variety of different homilies, making it useful year after year
suggestions for further worthwhile reading
Homilists will turn to this nourishing resource gratefully and repeatedly for inspiration and information.
Reviews / Votes
Here is a beautiful work that reflects on each of the 135 biblical passages in the Lectionary that relate to Mary. Servite teacher, pastor, and chaplain David Brown performs a labor of love in putting together this helpful resource.The Bible Today Masses in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary have traditionally held a special place in the Catholic liturgy. David Brown brings new insights into the scriptural texts for these feasts and has provided pointed reflections about their contemporary significance. A rich resource for enhanced liturgical participation as well as spiritual reflection.
John T. Pawlikowski, OSM, Professor of Social Ethics, Catholic Theological Union, Chicago For those preachers who find it difficult to `come up with anything new' on feast days of Mary or for special occasions honoring the Blessed Mother, this book is designed to be a friendly and handy companion.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Collegeville, MN
United States
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Paperback (trade)
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 9 mm
Weight
237 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-8146-3553-7 (9780814635537)
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David O. Brown, OSM, a priest of the Servite Order for sixty-five years, continues in semipublic ministry at Assumption Catholic Church in the center city area of Chicago and through adjunct work for the Marriage Tribunal. His pastoral experience included serving as novice master, high school and seminary teacher, hospital chaplain, and pastor in an inner-city parish in Chicago. He also served in the archdiocesan catechetical office for cross-cultural ministry in Detroit.